de've-es currently has a 7 song album out now entitles dvs. You can hear some of the tracks at http://www.dvssounds.tk. Several radio stations around this area including Z93.3, Banana 101.5, and 101.1 the WRIF have played a few of the songs from our current record.

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Bio

Devious - adj. - 1. Not in a straight path; roundabout; winding 2. Not following the proper or usual course; going astray 3. Not straightforward or honest; deceiving 4. Sinful

deve-es is comprised of four seasoned musicians. The elements comprising this band are vocals, guitar, bass and drums. They thrive on diversity in their music which sets them apart. Crossing over into different genres of music seems to be no problem or brings no fear. They, in fact, often do that within a song. You can pick out elements of funk, metal, alternative, hardcore and laid back grooves just by listening to their debut 7-song CD which was released in December of 2002. As far as the vocals, they are anywhere from extremely melodic to rap to aggressive. With a combination of the main vocals and backups, you will hear some of the most original vocal patterns not normally combined within a song.

deve-es debut CD is just a fraction of their accomplishments. They are constantly writing new material in hopes of reaching their 35 - 45 song mark by the summer. Some of the elements remain the same in a number of songs while others are totally uncharted. They also play some cover songs by the bands System of a Down, Lost Prophets, P.O.D. and 311 to name a few. Youll find them quite often playing several sets a night combining both original and cover material.

If you cant be completely drawn in by hearing their CD you need to see them live. Whenever you see deve-es you better be down for a good show. For the clubs and fans who know deve-es their name has become synonymous with high energy, creativity and total entertainment. There is much movement as they put their music to motion. The energy they release at their shows has landed them gigs opening for acts such as Earshot, Outspoken, Taproot, Wick, and Wolfpac.

Since their CD release party on December 27th, 2002 they have already sold over 700 copies. Their music has been featured twice on the Banana 101.5 sound check. Their CD is also in regular rotation in many of the clubs throughout mid-Michigan - - not by the bands request. The rest of their merchandise such as girls and guys shirts, stickers, hats, and jewelry have also been selling extremely well. deve-es can play as many shows as they can book. As of now, they play at venues from Toledo, OH to Bay City, MI. They are looking to expand to other cities and states, eventually touring year round.

deve-es has created a huge buzz especially for being fairly new on the scene. There has been nothing but good to say about their first CD. It has gained them a broad fan base along with some airplay. The music, live show and the guys themselves are amazing. deve-es is here right now and they are ready.

Sample Setlist

We currently have around 20 originals and play around 17 covers. We play all originals at one set shows as well as a mix when playing 3 to 4 sets when playing all night.

originals include:

chunx in a son father time disco dilemma unfortunate new funk solo don't you in the past lost dependancy tear ees devious serenity quit sponge bending the way it is

covers include:

poem by taproot I by taproot down by 311 all mixed up by 311 bulls on parade by rage against the machine bullet in the head by rage against the machine only the strong by flaw killing in the name by rage against the machine just go by staind this life by primer 55 ATWA by system of a down headstrong by trapt southtown by POD blackout by (hed) pe shinobi vs. the dragon ninja

In a Son

Written By: Levi Perales

(VERSE 1)I’ll go on wonderin’ what I did to make you feel this wayyou’ll go on searchin’ for reasons why I should change why

(PRE CHORUS)I did nothing but try you did nothing but lieIt means nothing cause we fucked up fucked up (X’s 2)

(CHORUS)It’s all it’s all in a son oh just so you’ll know you have to let this goand watch all the past

(VERSE 2)the path I chose was just for me had nothing to dofabricated rebellion you felt aimed right at you why

(PRE CHORUS)

It’s all it’s all in a son oh just so you knowyou’ll have to let this go and let all the past goand watch everything go and let all the past

It’s all it’s all in a son oh just so you knowyou’ll have to let this go and let all the past goand let all he past go and let all the past goand let all the past go now watch everything go

Chunx

Written By: Levi Perales

(VERSE 1)and I wonder but what will I stayI just don’t see myself walkin’ away II know what’s my limit is and Ant scooped me up so just stop asking questions and fill my cup

(FUNK)I get this funky feelin’ I see the ceilin’ meet the floorwell then I get this funky feelin’ I see the ceilin’ meet the floor

(PRE CHORUS)well maybe some day I’ll be a little bit wiser and keep an eye on the events on my time linetill that day I think I’ll enjoy while I’m drinkin’ O.E. or sippin’ on my fine wine

(CHORUS)I’ll watch them all fall away before I pack up and head back on my way II know it means nothing what’s up with these lines?but since I wrote these ones I’ll use it this timethis time this time this time

(VERSE 2)and I’m wonderin’ what will I stayI just don’t see myself walkin’ away II know what’s my limit and Rick picked me up so just stop asking questions and fill my cup

(FUNK)(PRE CHORUS)(CHORUS)

chunx

(VERSE 3)

and I wonder once again will I stayI just don’t see myself walkin’ away II know what’s my limit and Nate’s got the truck so just stop asking questions and fill my cup oh

(VERSE 4)

and I’m wonderin’ what will I stayI just don’t see myself walkin’ away II know what my limit J.P.’s got the Cut so just stop asking questions and fill my cupyeah Ooooooh